Saturday, October 9, 2010

In general, the physical therapist is responsible for providing rehabilitative and restorative services to major muscle groups to restore function, strength, and mobility. The goal of physical therapy is to restore normal function after illness or injury. A physical therapist may use exercise, electrical stimulation, hot or cold packs, massage, ultrasound and other techniques to reduce pain and help you increase strength, flexibility and mobility.

Physical therapists are graduates of physical therapist professional education programs at the college or university level and are required to be licensed in the state un which they practice. There are many physical therapists in San Antonio area. You'll find physical therapist San Antonio in nursing homes, hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, physicians' offices, schools, and private clinics. There are many different ways to find physical therapists in your area. Physical therapists are listed in the Yellow Pages, or ask your doctor for a referral